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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-08-2022goffR9'q TEO 22MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISR6C URCDA SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 5:30 P.M. Paducah City Hall Commission Chambers Attendees: Chairwoman Cathy Crecelius, Vice -Chair Lorraine Schramke, Joe Benberry, David Morrison, Valerie Pollard Absent: Paul Bradford, Bob Wade Staff: Daron Jordan, City Manager; Nic Hutchison, Director of Planning; Joshua P. Sommer, Senior Planner Guests: Commissioner Carol Gault, Tom Troutman, Brad Gough, Gregg Bennett, Bruce Wilcox, Allan Rhodes, Durwin Ursery, Melinda Winchester, Alberta Davis, Kevin McClain, David Curtis, Troy Cunningham, Matt Collingsworth, Dan McCarthy, Rick Goins Chairwoman Crecelius called the called meeting of the Paducah Planning Commission/ URCDA to order at 5:30 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag was recited. The roll was taken. Vice -Chair Schramke offered: I move that the reading of the minutes for August 1, 2022 be waived and that the minutes of said meeting, as prepared by staff, be approved as written. Commissioner Pollard seconded. No corrections were requested. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Planning Commission Continued Petitions Case # ZON2022-0006 1630 North Friendship Road Proposed initial zoning of B-1 Convenience & Service Zone for one parcel. Case # APP2022-0006 5194 Hinkleville Road Proposed freestanding sign. Commissioner Morrison offered: I move that this Commission remove from the table Case# APP2022-0006 pertaining to 5194 Hinkleville Road. Vice -Chair Schramke seconded. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA—continued page 2 / 7 No questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Since the motion had already been read and seconded, Chairwoman Crecelius asked Commissioner Morrison to read the motion on the floor as follows: I move that this Commission adopt a resolution approving the Amendment to a Development Plan for property located at 5194 Hinkleville Road. Commissioner Pollard seconded. Mr. Tom Troutman explained a new rendering was submitted along with a new site plan. He was thanked for his work on the clarification. No questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Case # PLT2022-0001 3440934509 3460 & 3482 Trail Head Drive and 245, 250 & 260 Trail Loop Item left on table awaiting final plat. Case # PLT2022-0002 125 Ridgeview Street Item left on table awaiting final plat. Planning Commission New Petitions Note: Due to the amount of public interest, this item was moved first on the agenda. Case # APP2022-0008 322 North 3" Street Proposed light industrial use in the B-3 Zone. Commissioner Pollard offered: I move that this Commission deny the petition for a light industrial use for property located at 322 North 3"d Street. I further move this Commission adopt the following finds offact in support of said denial: 1. The City of Paducah Comprehensive Plan shows this parcel to be a commercial use and not industrial in the future. 2. Approval ofa light industrial use would not comply with the City of Paducah Comprehensive Plan and would move this parcel away from a commercial use as envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan. 3. There are no buffers around this site, as the building is built up to the property line on three sides primarily. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA-continued page 3 / 7 4. The introduction of a nitrogen storage tank would not refect the character of downtown Paducah, nor would it further the character of downtown as a walkable, vibrant destination; especially coupled with major developments downtown such as the BUILD Grant and City Block site. 5. The need for fog control would gravitate this activity toward a more intense industrial use, as opposed to a light industrial use, if there is a possibility fog could abridge the property line. 6. The need for a noise control plan would gravitate this activity toward a more industrial use, as opposed to a light industrial use, if there is a possibility noise could abridge the property line. 7. A total of seven semi -trucks a day are anticipated during peak downtown hours of 6 AM and 3 PM. The semi -trucks would have to pull past the loading docks and back into the site, thereby temporarily blocking traffic on a major arterial. 8. This land use could have a deleterious effect on existing and proposed land uses, in particular the vacant city -owned lot at 519 North 3rd Street, which is poised for redevelopment. It is in the best interest for the whole City to benefit from the highest and best use of this redevelopment. Commissioner Benberry seconded. Chairwoman Crecelius asked speakers to please keep their comments to two minutes or under. Also, the Petitioner would have longer to present their application. Mr. Bruce Wilcox, President of GPED spoke. He stated their mission was to attract jobs and industry. He further stated the City has a higher concentration of retail, food and service than other cities of comparable size. Mr. Wilcox stated 68% of economic growth comes from within existing industries. Mr. Wilcox spoke about the historic use of the property. He stated there would be no objectional nuisances and would be less than one truck an hour. He fiirther stated GPED has partnered with Murray State University to determine the economic impact. Forty jobs would indirectly create 55 jobs, with a $7.1 million reoccurring benefit yearly. Vice -Chair Schramke asked about the truck traffic. Mr. Kevin McClain, Vice -President of Cryogenic Processors, came to the podium to answer this question. He stated that the seven trucks a day would be at peak operation. Vice -Chair Schramke asked if 40 employees would be the maximum or if there would be more growth. Mr. McClain stated there could be a potential for more growth. Mr. McClain stated the building was optimal for their foreseen operation in Paducah. He stated that Cryogenic Processors also currently has an operational plant in Nashville at this time. He stated an initiative has been taken to recapture the super cooled air and reuse it in the freezers. He also stated there would be a wall to screen the proposed nitrogen tank. Mr. McClain stated due to supply chain issues and new construction was factors in pursuing the proposed location. Chairwoman Crecelius stated safety was a concern. Mr. McClain stated the previous incident was related to a particular piece of equipment that has been removed. He stated the risk factor has been removed. He further stated the proposed material to be made is currently being made in Nashville. Vice -Chair Schramke asked if the facility in Nashville was about the same size as Paducah. Mr. McClain stated it was smaller and they provide one product for one customer. Mr. McClain stated that the fog difference is that in Paducah, the fog would be recaptured. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA —continued page 4 / 7 Commissioner Morrison asked if anything could be done internally for buffering. Mr. McClain stated there would be a freezer next to the Quilt Museum. He further stated the front would be used for shipping and receiving. Mr. McClain went into more detail and stated there would be two walls between the manufacturing and the exterior of the building. Discussion was made about the backing of trucks. Mr. McClain stated the nitrogen would be delivered on tractor trailers. Commissioner Pollard voiced concerns about the placement of the nitrogen tank being placed on the front of the building. Mr. McClain stated the previous incidents did not involve any nitrogen tanks. Chairwoman Crecelius asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to the proposal. Mr. David Curtis approached the podium and stated he owned Walker Hall and also was representing the Elks Lodge. He stated downtown has been trending toward a leisure and entertainment neighborhood. He stated the proposal was not in the surrounding property owners' best interests and the proposal should go in an industrial park. Mrs. Melinda Winchester stated she owns a bed and breakfast a couple blocks from the location. She stated walkability is what a lot of her patrons look for in downtown. She further stated that new products could create future problems and this location was not optimal. Mr. Troy Cunningham, owner of Troy's Automotive, then spoke. He stated he worked for Dippin Dots several years ago and the fog would fill the building and cover the block. He further stated vehicle accidents were common. Mr. Matt Collingsworth, Director of the National Quilt Museum, stated he was not for or against the proposal, but did state any proposal should be friendly to visitors. He stated he had concerns about the fog. He wants the Quilt Museum to remain a safe and welcoming place. Mr. Durwin Ursery stated the direction of downtown should be people -oriented. He stated the long-term growth of the area would include walkers and bikers. He further stated the site would be an opportunity for residential and retail. Mr. Levi Brandenburg with the Paducah Sun asked how the TIF district would be affected. Mr. Nic Hutchison stated any capital investment would benefit the TIF district. Commissioner Morrison asked what the difference between the industrial use and commercial would be. Mr. Sommer stated that traffic generation was much higher with greater turnover than industrial uses. He stated that light industrial uses have performance standards attached to them and the performance standards don't typically apply in commercial zones. No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 4 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Pollard, Schramke), I Nay (Morrison) Case # ZON2022-0007 3520 Olivet Church Road Initial zoning for one parcel. Commissioner Pollard offered: I move that this Commission adopt a resolution recommending the General Business Zone classification for property located at 3520 Olivet Church Road. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA—continued page 5 / 7 I further move this Commission adopt the following findings offact in support of said recommendation: 1. The parcel is urban in character. 2. The new alignment of Olivet Church Road provides a discernable boundary between commercial properties to the east and residential properties to the west. 3. The B-3 Zone would provide apartments or office buildings as principal uses. 4. Since no other City zoning designation touches this property, an initial zone of B-3 would not create a spot zone. 5. General Business Zone borders this property to the north; therefore, this site would be a continuation of this zone. 6. In 2019, the Average Annual Daily Traffic count just north of this site at Stanley Cemetery Road was 8,069 vehicles. Commissioner Morrison seconded. Mr. Sommer explained the parcel was annexed on July 26, 2022 and the Petitioner had previous conversations with apartment or office developers. He stated the B-3 Zone would facilitate both land uses. No questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Case # TXT2022-0003 Proposed various text amendments. Commissioner Benberry offered: I move that this Commission adopt a resolution recommending to the Board of Commissioners that case =022-0003 pertaining to the text amendment of 126-32 Zoning of annexed land- 126-76 Sign regulations; 126-98 Accessory dwelling unit (ADU); 126-120 Neighborhood Services Zone, NSZ,• 126- 162 Planning Commission of the Paducah Zoning Ordinance be adopted. Commissioner Pollard seconded. Mr. Sommer went through each section at a time. He explained that KRS 100 allows uses in the County to remain in effect upon annexation into the City and that in the future annexation and rezoning would be considered by the Board of Commissioners. He then explained that the major changes to the sign ordinance was a uniform time frame for temporary signs to comply with Reed V. Gilbert. He further stated that the first 30' of the height of a fagade would be taken into account for signage calculations. He then explained that the proposed text changes for accessory dwelling units was to clarify the ADUs were to be located behind the principal structures and not within them. A structure would then be a two- family dwelling at that point and would have to comply with the underlying zoning regulations. He then explained that several uses in the R-4 High Density Residential zone were conditional uses in the Neighborhood Services Zone. However, bed and breakfasts were not included. He stated the introduction of bed and breakfasts as a conditional use would be overseen by the Historic and Architectural Review Commission. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA—continuedpage 6 / 7 The last item was discussion of the Planning Commission. Mr. Sommer stated there were two primary changes proposed. The first was when Development Plans should be required. He stated in some limited instances a development plan could be waived and utilized an example of a single-family home on Alben Barkley Drive. He further stated that sketch plans were not needed as new platforms for development have been developed since 1992. He stated the City's site plan requirements were on the City's website. Vice -Chair Schramke asked if notices are done just one time in the Paducah Sun. Mr. Sommer stated that was correct. Chairwoman Crecelius asked if the adjacent property owners are notified. Mr. Sommer stated that was correct. No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Case # VAC2022-0002 695 & 723 Cruse Avenue Close and vacate an alley west of Cruse Avenue between North 32"d Street and Marianne Drive. Vice -Chair Schramke offered: I move that this Commission adopt a resolution forwarding a positive recommendation to the Board of Commissioners to vacate and close a 20' wide, 192' long alley west of Cruse Avenue between North 32"d Street and Marianne Drive. Commissioner Pollard seconded. Mr. Sommer stated the proposal was for to abolish the alley and combine a total of four lots for a multi- family development. Mr. Brad Gough with BFW stated 10' would be conveyed to the lot to the north and 10' to the lot to the south. He further stated the entire site would then be combined into one lot. No questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Case # APP2022-0007 1510 Lone Oak Road Proposed medical building in an R-1 Planned Unit Development. Commissioner Morrison offered: I move that this Commission adopt a resolution approving the Amendment to a Development Plan for property located at 1510 Lone Oak Road. Vice -Chair Schramke seconded. Mr. Sommer stated the proposal was for a new medical building with possible future expansion in an R-1 Planned Unit Development. Mr. Dan McCarthy spoke. He stated he was the Vice President of Real Estate for Bon Secours Health, which is Mercy Health's parent company. Chairwoman Crecelius asked about the one-way exit from the proposed building. Mr. McCarthy stated the one-way exit was to facilitate the stacking of cars onto Lone Oak Road. MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION/ URCDA—continued page 7 / 7 Chairwoman Crecelius asked where proposed expansion would take place. Mr. McCarthy stated it would be to the east. Mr. Gregg Bennett elaborated on traffic flow. Commissioner Morrison asked about the usage of the concrete walk. Mr. Bennett stated he was not sure how much it was used but it would be replaced. Mr. Rick Goins, Chief Operations Officer, stated it was used a lot by employees on their breaks. No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote. 5 Ayes (Benberry, Crecelius, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke), 0 Nays Other Business Adjournment Chairwoman Crecelius adjourned the meeting at 6:39 PM. Respectfully submitted by Joshua P. Sommer